Click photo to see full sized imageUS Army Flagdesigned by Quartermaster Corps in 1956

From 1924 to 1962 the U.S Army Quartermaster Corps was
responsible for the research, design and development of distinctive unit insignia,
shoulder sleeve insignia (patches), flags, medals, seals, coats of arms and other heraldic
items for the Army. In 1960, the Quartermaster Corp's Institute of Heraldry became the only
organization within the U.S. Government devoted to the science and art of heraldry and
other official symbolism. The Army Adjutant Generalís office assumed
responsibility of the Institute in 1962 when the office of the Quartermaster
General ceased to exist due to Army reorganization. The Institute
of Heraldry maintains a website where you can learn more about its current
mission.

Among the Institute's numerous designs over the years are the
Presidential, Army and US Flags; the Air Force Medal of Honor and the Purple Heart Medal.